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12 Free Date Ideas for the Frugal Austinite

October 16, 2017 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

You butter believe you’re going to love this list of free date ideas (Credit: Lane Becker via Flickr CC)

Guest article by Michele Eilertsen

From feasting on delectable dishes at local restaurants to laughing until your eyes well up with tears at over-the-top comedy shows, living in a city as quirky as Austin provides a plethora of options when it comes to dating. Planning a fun outing with your romantic interest is a surefire way to show them how much they mean to you. However, contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to spend an exorbitant amount of money to impress your partner. Truth be told, there are an abundance of places in Austin that make excellent choices for date night (or afternoon), and won’t break the bank. [Read more…]

How to Tailgate Like a Local in Austin

October 13, 2017 by Samantha Saenz 1 Comment

backYARD at Waller Creek UT Tailgating in Austin

backYARD at Waller Creek is a favorite place to tailgate with Austin locals (Credit: Monika Pawlak)

In Texas, football is a way of life. If you aren’t from here or just arrived, I’m sure it’s been a culture shock. But for native Texans, the obsession typically begins before middle school and swells until it’s all-consuming in high school. Depictions on screen, like “Friday Night Lights” and “Varsity Blues,” have even been created to capture the obsessive cultural phenomenon which gave birth to game day battle cries like “Texas Forever” and “Clear Eyes. Full Hearts. Can’t Lose.”

On any given fall Saturday in Austin, you can witness the phenomenon first-hand. Observing it is how you know fall has officially arrived because, let’s face it, it’s still 90 degrees in September around here. Take note when the cooling waters of Barton Springs become less crowded, and South Congress and Lady Bird Lake become so much like a ghost town that you have to stop and ask yourself, “Where is everybody?” The answer is: watching college football. In fact, local restaurants, bars, and The University of Texas football stadium pack to capacity every Saturday to cheer on the beloved Longhorns.

So, if you are new to Texas football culture or want insider tips on how to tailgate like a local in Austin, then here’s an expert guide. [Read more…]

Gain (More Than) Outdoor Survival Skills at Earth Native Wilderness School

September 27, 2017 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Learn survival skills at Earth Native Wilderness School (Credit: Scott David Gordon )

Guest article by Caitlin Jackson

In Austin, we are fortunate to have so many natural spaces to enjoy. We have lakes, rivers, and hiking. But simply being in nature is only one part of forging a deeper connection with it. Many of us have felt the need to acquire survival know-how. But for those of us who spend the majority of our time within city limits, learning these skills can be a daunting task. Where do we begin? Luckily, we have a starting line and it’s located at Earth Native Wilderness School.

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11 Best Picnic Spots in Austin

September 26, 2017 by Yulia Dyukova Leave a Comment

For me, summer was always the time to be out and about…until I moved to Texas. I don’t know about you guys, but when temperatures hit the high 90’s, I want to hide in the comfort of my air conditioned apartment and never leave. But with fall finally here and the air cooling down, I couldn’t be more excited about spending time outside, walking the streets of the city, and–my favorite–planning picnics! Thankfully, Austin has quite a few spots that are perfect for dining outdoors. In my experience, these are the 11 best picnic spots in Austin. [Read more…]

Enjoy Moonlight Bat Float and Support Texas River School

September 5, 2017 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Austin’s famous bat bridge along Congress Avenue (Credit: He.Who.Wanders)

Guest article by Caitlin Jackson

You’ve seen the bats from the bridge, but how about from the water? Under a full moon? Texas River School has an event that allows you to do both. It’s called Moonlight Bat Float. Guided by moonlight and entertained by live music, you set out on Lady Bird Lake in a flotilla of kayaks and canoes. Just as the sun goes down, the bats fly overhead while you glide on the water, away from traffic and noise.

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Top 22 Geek Spots in Austin

August 22, 2017 by Bill Tucker 16 Comments

Let’s face it: we all geek out. Whether you’re addicted to Candy Crush, obsess over “Sherlock,” or wait 10 minutes for a Marvel movie’s end credits scene, everyone indulges in some sort of fandom. Luckily, Austin is home to a plethora of stores, shops, and spots that exist to scratch that geeky itch whenever it strikes. Here’s our list of the best 22 geek culture spots in all of Austin. [Read more…]

Your Biker Gang Turns Up Street Style With Guided Tours of Austin

August 14, 2017 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Credit: Your Biker Gang

Guest article by Caitlin Jackson

They’re not motorcycles. They’re not Segways. They’re electric minibikes. And you can ride one, too.

Austin has a novel way to explore the city. For two hours, you can be a part of your very own biker gang. Your Biker Gang, a guided tour company using electric minibikes, turns up the street style as its team takes you and your friends around town. [Read more…]

Spend a Day Cooling Off at Jones Brother’s Park on Lake Travis

August 4, 2017 by Amanda Sayers Leave a Comment

Jones Brother's Park Swimming Lake Travis

Swimming cove at Jones Brother’s Park on Lake Travis

Anyone who has lived, worked, or played in Austin in the summer can agree on one thing: it’s hot! This summer is no exception, with scorching temperatures currently over 100 degrees. To beat the heat, you’ll find many locals and visitors splashing around in the swimming holes and lakes that surround our beautiful city. [Read more…]

10 Austin Books Clubs at Independent Book Stores Cover Range of Genres

July 31, 2017 by Guest Blogger 13 Comments

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Guest article by Archana Vemulapalli

Austin is a book lover’s paradise. With numerous independent book stores, a world-renowned poetry festival, book readings, and one of the nation’s premier annual literary events, the annual Texas Book Festival, there’s something for everyone. It’s no surprise, then, that there’s an abundance of Austin book clubs for the bibliophiles among us.

Book clubs have a long history in the United States, with groups like Benjamin Franklin’s literary society in Philadelphia, called the Junto, and Hannah Adam’s reading circle in the late 1760’s. More than two centuries later, book clubs have expanded beyond the genteel in society. They span every genre and style, with the central theme always being a shared love of the written word.

While I’m still compiling an exhaustive list of Austin book clubs, I did have time to check out a few of the book clubs hosted by or at Austin’s independent books stores. Here are 10 interesting, fun book clubs, organized by genre. Choose one that suits you and find a group of kindred spirits. [Read more…]

Make a Special Connection Doing Yoga With Your Dog at Austin Doga

July 14, 2017 by Guest Blogger Leave a Comment

Austin Doga founder, Nicole Vykoukal (center), poses with her dog, Bonnie, and members of her class

Guest article by Sarah Snyder

For lovers of yoga who are invested in the tradition of keeping Austin weird, Austin Doga invites you and your dog to experience yoga together.

Appropriate for small, medium, and large dogs of all breeds, walking into an Austin Doga session is like walking into a room full of puppy love. Dogs are excited and people chat until founder Nicole Vykoukal begins [Read more…]

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